Senator Welch celebrates bipartisan efforts in deploying rural broadband with the Fiber Broadband Association at a public policy summit.
Quiver AI Summary
Senator Welch addresses rural broadband at summit: Senator Peter Welch participated in a Fiber Broadband Association summit, discussing the deployment of fiber broadband networks to promote digital equity. He emphasized the importance of affordable broadband for rural communities for access to services like healthcare and education.
Legislation supports broadband access: Welch referenced his bipartisan "ReConnecting Rural America Act," aimed at revitalizing the USDA’s ReConnect Loan and Grant Program, which facilitates high-speed internet in rural areas. He stated, "We must keep up the fight to ensure every house and farm has access to broadband."
Industry leaders participate: The summit included various stakeholders, including other senators and industry leaders. Gary Bolton, President of the Fiber Broadband Association, highlighted the significance of broadband for economic growth, stating that it is critical for communities to innovate and compete in today’s economy.
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Peter Welch Fundraising
Peter Welch recently disclosed $10.8K of fundraising in a Q4 FEC disclosure filed on January 31st, 2026. This was the 1320th most from all Q4 reports we have seen this year. 44.4% came from individual donors.
Welch disclosed $46.5K of spending. This was the 1043rd most from all Q4 reports we have seen from politicians so far this year.
Welch disclosed $1.6M of cash on hand at the end of the filing period. This was the 252nd most from all Q4 reports we have seen this year.
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Peter Welch Net Worth
Quiver Quantitative estimates that Peter Welch is worth $10.5M, as of February 25th, 2026. This is the 102nd highest net worth in Congress, per our live estimates.
Welch has approximately $6.0M invested in publicly traded assets which Quiver is able to track live.
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Peter Welch Bill Proposals
Here are some bills which have recently been proposed by Peter Welch:
- S.3885: A bill to provide for updates to the Federal Aviation Administration type certification process to support development of new and novel technologies, and for other purposes.
- S.3866: A bill to provide for updates to the Federal Aviation Administration type certification process to support development of new and novel technologies, and for other purposes.
- S.3861: A bill to amend the Consolidated Farm and Rural Development Act to reauthorize and expand the Rural Innovation Stronger Economy grant program.
- S.3833: A bill to amend the Federal Water Pollution Control Act to provide for the selection of a fiscal agent for the Patrick Leahy Lake Champlain Basin Program, and for other purposes.
- S.3730: Emergency Medical Services Reimbursement for On-Scene Care and Support Act
- S.3717: Opportunities in Organic Act
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2028 Vermont US Senate Election
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